The New York Times – Sports:
The United States saw its weaknesses exploited in a 3-1 loss to the Netherlands. But after a solid showing and with a young team brimming with promise, the best may be yet to come.
Author: Andrew Keh
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The United States and Netherlands: A Round of 16 Preview
The New York Times – Sports:
The Americans face the Dutch as underdogs Saturday. But as the U.S. captain, Tyler Adams, said about this World Cup, “A lot of teams that might be underdogs in these games have come out on top.”
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Cheer, Chant, Clean: Japan Takes Out the Trash, and Others Get the Hint
The New York Times – Sports:
Japanese fans went viral for cleaning up after a World Cup victory. Fans from other countries are following their example.
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What We Learned About the U.S. In Its Match Against England
The New York Times – Sports:
A feisty 0-0 tie against World Cup contender England gave the U.S. a chance — and perhaps the courage — to advance in the tournament.
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The U.S. Team Looks Different. But it Sounds Different, Too.
The New York Times – Sports:
This squad has developed an English lilt.
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A Strong Start Slips Through Americans’ Fingers in World Cup Opener
The New York Times – Sports:
A late penalty gave Wales the opening it needed to pull to a draw with the U.S.
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The History Behind the Welsh National Team’s Anthem
The New York Times – Sports:
The 1983 tune by Dafydd Iwan, a Welsh folk singer, seems to follow the team everywhere.
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Gregg Berhalter Leads USMNT Eager for World Cup Redemption
The New York Times – Sports:
After an embarrassing failure to qualify for the 2018 World Cup, the U.S. has returned to the event with a new identity instilled by its coach.
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At the World Cup, Gareth Bale and Wales Embrace the Games of a Lifetime
The New York Times – Sports:
Bale and his teammates have never seen Wales play in a World Cup. His nation has waited even longer.